Chard, Fore Street c.1955
Photo ref: C58026
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Photo ref: C58026
Photo of Chard, Fore Street c.1955

More about this scene

Right of the Westminster Bank stands Manor Court, which was built as a merchant's house in 1550; in the upper rooms, some ceilings still retain their fine plasterwork decoration. Just distinguishable by its tall chimneys at the top of the street is Harvey's Hospital. Rebuilt in 1841, it was bequeathed to the town's poor by a 17th-century merchant.

A Selection of Memories from Chard

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Chard

Sparked a Memory for you?

If this has sparked a memory, why not share it here?

Hello My mum and her family were evacuated to Chard in WW2. My uncle and aunt are always talking about their time there and I would love to hear from anyone also with memories. Kind regards Sandra